The Independent is dedicated to delivering essential news, from reproductive rights to climate change, ensuring that it remains accessible to all without paywalls. Recent events at Heathrow Airport, prompted by a substantial fire at a nearby power substation, disrupted travel for hundreds of thousands. The incident led to 1,300 flight cancellations and an apology from Heathrow's CEO. Authorities are investigating the incident while emphasizing the need for lessons learned to improve airport responses in the future. Support from readers is crucial to maintaining high-quality journalism during these pivotal times.
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"The first flights landed at Heathrow on Friday after a major fire caused over 300,000 passengers to be stranded, with around 1,300 flights canceled."
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